St. Thomas More School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024)

1065 Summit Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55105

Igniting minds, faith, and dreams in the Catholic Jesuit tradition since 1904.

Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 255 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia/Orton-Gillingham program

Year Founded

1904

Student Body

Total Students

255 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
computer club

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Music Class

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Martial Arts, Ski and Snowboard Club

School Notes

St. Thomas More Catholic School prepares students to be leaders in a changing world through an interdisciplinary, literacy-based education built upon three pillars:

1.SHARED FAITH

educates students about the Catholic faith
promotes Christian values
inspires students to work for peace and justice
builds within each child a commitment to living an active faith life

2. SERVICE

educates students about their local and global communities
promotes service within the school and the larger community
inspires students to volunteer their time, energy, and talent
builds awareness of the world beyond self

3. ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

recognizes each student`s skill level and unique abilities
promotes risk-taking and self-directed learning
inspires students to be lifelong learners
builds skills necessary for success in high school and beyond

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Thomas More School offer?

St. Thomas More School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Thomas More School's ranking?

St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More School?

The application deadline for St. Thomas More School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Last Day of School for Kinders & 8th Grade

May 23, 2024 (Thursday)

Last Day of Preschool

May 24, 2024 (Friday)

Early Release - Last Day of School

May 31, 2024 (Friday)

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